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Inactivity and poor dietary habits learned in childhood are well established by adolescence. Regular physical activity can help to prevent or manage a variety of chronic diseases. Less education funding in Minnesota has resulted in reduced time for physical activity. Physically fit kids perform better academically.
California Department of Education 2002
Overall, boys are more physically active than girls and participation in physical activity declines as children get older. Only 28% of Minnesota 12th grade girls reported being physically active for a least 30 minutes 5 days a week.
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Minnesota Dept. of Children, Families & Learning Food and Nutrition Service—2002